New Baby Calf at Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm, LBJ State Park, TX

Buttercup's baby boy was born on May 15.

 

 



Animals at LBJ State Park, Stonewall, TX

We are amazed at the number of Axis Deer at the park.  From our trailer, each evening or late afternoon we see the herd come out from the woods.  There are several bucks but one must be the "grand daddy". 

Two Guineas from the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm come for a visit most evenings.  One evening they started following the Axis.

The White-tailed Deer seem to be among the tall grass and flowers. On one of our evening walks, we saw movement in the grass along a trail.  We were surprised to see this very young fawn.  We saw first hand what we've heard about - Mom leaving the baby and coming back for it later.

 

 



More Wildflowers at LBJ State Park, Stonewall, TX

It seems that each day we see more beautiful wildflowers.  A few Bluebonnets and Indian Paintbrush are holding on, but now we are seeing an abundance of Indian Blankets, various daisies, Cone Flowers, Mexican Hats, Horsemint and Silverleaf Nightshade.

 

Pedernales Falls State Park, Johnson City, TX

Pedernales Falls has a lovely garden between two bird blinds.

 

 

Painted Bunting at Bird Blind

 

Yellow-breasted Chat at Bird Blind

 

River below the Falls

 

South Llano River State Park, Junction, TX

The park is a great place for birding.  At one of the four bird blinds we saw a Blue Grossbeak, Painted Bunting, Black-throated Sparrow, Black-crested Titmouse, Inca Dove, White-winged Dove, and Brown-headed Cowbird..  While walking on one of the trails we also saw a Vermillion Flycatcher.

Blue Grossbeak

Painted Bunting

Black-throated Sparrow

Inca Dove

 

 



Texas Ranger Heritage Center, Fredericksburg, TX

Texas Ranger Heritage Center

 

On twelve acres of land on the outskirts of historic Fredericksburg, Texas, the role the Texas Rangers have played in Texas legend and lore is being preserved and is becoming a living part of the present.  The first phase has been completed.  Coming soon, the main building will house the story of the history, heritage and culture of the Texas Rangers in an immersive and engaging world-class exhibit.

Fort Martin Scott, Fredericksburg, TX

Fort Martin Scott

 

 

 

 

Enlisted Men's Quarters

 

Sutler's Store

 

 

Jail

 

Officer's Quarters

 

Dragoons

 

Pinta Trail

Zodiac Community

 

Peace with the Indians